Residence Life Coordinator (26-31)

Francis Marion University and the Office of Housing and Residence Life invite applications for a Residence Life Coordinator. Under limited supervision, the successful candidate will be responsible for contributing to the overall supervision of the University’s Residence Life program, including, but not limited to: residential community, resident assistant program development, supervision of resident assistants, student development and conduct, enforcement of housing policies, and residential living. The Residence Life Coordinator (RLC) is a full-time, 12-month, live-in professional.

The  Residence  Life  Coordinator is a vital member of the FMU campus community. The Residence Life Coordinator works with the Director of Housing and Residence Life, the Dean of Students, and other departmental staff in developing and implementing management and learning initiatives for the entire Residence Life operation.  Teamwork and collaboration across campus and throughout the office of Housing and Residence Life is vital to the success of this position.

Other responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

1. Provide overall supervision of the Residence Life, Resident Assistant program.
2. Provides assistance for operational processes such as student move-in, physical room audits, safety inspections, move-outs, and damage/replacement fees.
3. Directly supervise Resident Assistants, including recruiting, selection, and training of resident assistants; routine supervision, continual training, meetings, and support for the resident assistant program.
4. Regularly communicate and provide guidance to residents; provide support in the development of the residential community and promote community standards.
5. Participate in the implementation and enforcement of student conduct and its processes as directed by the University.
6. Assist with the day-to-day office work duties and communications.
7. Participate in staffing housing information tables at scheduled events such as open houses and orientations.
8. Maintain daily office hours set by the housing office and the university.
9. On-call scheduled rotation is required to provide service to our residents; weekend and evening hours will be required for scheduled events and, as needed, for emergent, crisis, and other situations.
10. Living in the student housing community is a mandatory condition of employment.

State Requirement: A bachelor’s degree.

Francis Marion University Requirements:

• *Must have a valid and current driver’s license.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Advanced computer skills.
• Read and comprehend instructions.
• Respond to correspondence.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Accommodate the needs of students.
• Provide appropriate response during emergency housing situations.
• Move and lift furniture or other objects weighing up to 25 lbs.
• Visually inspect rooms.
• Climb (ascend and descend) stairs in multi-level buildings.

FM Preferences: A master’s degree in Student Personnel, Student Life, Residence Life, Higher Education, or Business preferred. One to five years of experience in higher education administration. Prior student housing experience is strongly preferred.
Must be proficient in Microsoft Office products, especially Excel.  Needs to be flexible and have excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

State Classification: Student Services Program Coordinator I (CB65)

Pay Grade: Gen06

Salary: Commensurate with abilities, experience, and state compensation guidelines

Working hours: Monday – Friday, 8:30 am to 5 pm; evening and weekends as scheduled.  On-call scheduled rotation is required to provide service to our residents; weekend and evening hours will be required for scheduled events and as needed, for emergent, crisis, and other situations. Summer hours may vary.

Additional Remuneration: Because this is a live-in position, a partially furnished apartment within the assigned residential area is provided as part of the Residence Life Coordinator benefits package, including utilities.

Additional benefits include participation in the South Carolina State Retirement System, as well as medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage. Employees may also qualify for tuition assistance after six months of full-time satisfactory employment, with approval.

Application Materials Needed:

1. Letter of Interest (Referencing Position Number 26-31).
2. Resume
3. Copy of current, valid driver’s license – original required if hired.
4. Copies of all transcripts (official transcripts will be required of the successful candidate);
5. The names, addresses, and telephone numbers of three references; and
6. FMU Staff Application.

To obtain the FMU Staff Application, please click here.

Send the Application Packet to: Dr. Charlene Wages, Vice President for Administration and Planning, Francis Marion University, PO Box 100547, Florence, SC 29502-0547 or FAX to (843) 661-1202.

Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.

 As Francis Marion University has continued to be recognized for its diverse student body, it especially welcomes applicants who can affirm and enhance its mission.

Applicants honorably discharged from a branch of the United States Armed Forces, who meet the minimum training and experience requirements, are given employment preference by all State agencies and higher education institutions in SC.

 An Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Institution